Norcod, the leading pioneer in cod farming, has appointed Arve Olav Lervåg as Production Director, effective 1 December 2024. Lervåg will succeed Tsjipke Deuzeman, who will join the fresh-water aquaculture company Svåholmen AS as General Manager starting 1 January 2025.

Arve Olav Lervåg has worked in aquaculture for 27 years, most recently as Executive Director of Aquaculture at Norway Royal Salmon (NRS). Prior to his role at NRS, he spent 10 years at Lerøy, where he held positions as Production Coordinator and Production Manager. Lervåg holds a degree from Molde University College, where he studied aquaculture and economics.

“We are delighted to have secured the services of such an experienced aquaculture professional. Lervåg brings with him extensive and valuable expertise from salmon farming, and I am confident that his experience in commercial operations, along with his leadership qualities, will be a great asset to Norcod,” says Christian Riber, CEO of Norcod.

“As the pioneer and market leader, Norcod is well positioned to capitalize on the strong market conditions for farmed cod. I look forward to taking on the role of Production Director, optimizing and structuring the company’s production, and contributing to Norcod’s growth ambitions,” says Lervåg.

For further information, please contact:
Christian Riber, CEO, phone: +47 905 37 990, e-mail: [email protected]
Chris Guldberg, CCO, phone: +47 92 81 07 07, e-mail: [email protected]

About Norcod
Norcod AS’ core business is commercial sea farming of cod. Norcod’s existing fish farms are located in Mid-Norway with ideal conditions for cod. The company contributes to blue ocean value creation with minimal impact on the environment while supporting local communities. Norcod is listed on Oslo’s Euronext Growth market.